How to travel from Lucerne to Colmar

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Compare train and bus for Lucerne to Colmar

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Colmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, while a train costs an average of $119.

Distance: 83 miles (135 km)

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$119

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$33

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$91

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2h 47m

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2h 17m

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30m

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3h 30m

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3h 0m

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1h 53m

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The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Colmar is a bus with an average price of $33 (€26).

This is compared to other travel options from Lucerne to Colmar:

A bus is $86 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Colmar costing on average $119 (€96).

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Colmar is by train with an average journey time of 2h 47m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lucerne and Colmar including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lucerne to Colmar among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $119 (€96) compared to roughly $91 (€74) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-27.69 (€-22.41). The journey takes 2h 17m versus 1h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Lucerne to Colmar

How to get from Lucerne to Colmar by train, bus or flight.

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bus

The best way to travel from Lucerne to Colmar is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    1:15 AM7h35
    Lucerne
    8:50 AMColmar
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    1:15 AM7h35
    Lucerne
    8:50 AMColmar
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    1:15 AM7h35
    Lucerne
    8:50 AMColmar
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    12:15 AM7h35
    Lucerne
    7:50 AMColmar
    $801One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lucerne to Colmar

Travel to Colmar easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lucerne to Colmar.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lucerne and Colmar including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Colmar is a bus with an average price of $33 (€26).

This is compared to other travel options from Lucerne to Colmar:

A bus is $86 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Colmar costing on average $119 (€96).

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Colmar is by train with an average journey time of 2h 47m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 30m.

The distance from Lucerne to Colmar is approximately 83 miles (135 km).
The average frequency per day from Lucerne to Colmar is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lucerne and Colmar as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lucerne to Colmar:
  • Buses mostly depart from Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) and arrive in Colmar, Place de la Gare.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lucerne to Colmar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn to go to Colmar by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Colmar by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lucerne to Colmar:
  • 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Lucerne to Colmar often also extend their vacation to go to Strasbourg, Paris, Basel, Zurich, Mulhouse. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Colmar and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Colmar to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Colmar, you can stroll through the Old Town with its cobblestone streets and medieval architecture, and enjoy Alsatian cuisine at traditional winstubs. Take a scenic boat tour along the canals, attend a wine tasting tour in the nearby Alsace vineyards, or visit the Toy Museum. Explore best sights like La Petite Venise, Unterlinden Museum with the Isenheim Altarpiece, Saint Martin's Church, Bartholdi Museum, and the lively Marché Couvert market.
Typically, 2 to 3 days is sufficient to explore Colmar's charming old town, visit its museums, and enjoy the local cuisine.

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